HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! I cannot believe that we are almost halfway through January! One of my boys is already back in Hawaii at college for spring semester. The older one goes back next week for his very last semester in college and will be graduating in May. Am I really old enough to have 2 boys that are almost finished college? I tried to disconnect and spend as much time as I could with them. But, it's never enough <sigh>. How about you? Were you able to 'close shop' and get some quality time...
4 months ago • 4 min read
Can you believe it, Reader? 2024 is coming to a close. It's time to reflect on the last 12 months, cherish your time with friends and family, and get geared up for an amazing 2025! But before that... there's just a few things left to wrap up the year! Extended DEADLINE for BOI Reporting TLDR: The deadline for BOI Reporting per the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has been pushed to January 13, 2025. For all the details, check out this article from the Journal Of Accountancy. Remember a few...
5 months ago • 3 min read
I'm Grateful for you! Happy Thanksgiving, Reader! I am so very grateful to have you as part of my network! Thank you for supporting my small business... and being part of my world. :-) I hope that your able to spend time next week with friends and family and eat as much as you want! Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. Can you say LEFTOVERS?? Is it time for a FINANCIAL CHECK-IN? Have you ever thought, "How’s my business really doing?" As we wrap up the year, now's the perfect time to peek...
6 months ago • 2 min read
“ Never take your eyes off the cash flow because it's the life blood of business — Richard Branson, Sept 2021 Thanks for registering for our Workshop Thank you to those of you who were able to join the workshop live yesterday. For those of you that couldn't make it, we missed you! But have no fear, you can still catch the replay! Here is the link to access the recording. And don't forget to download your FREE copy of 'The 16 Parts of Your Business' eBook. It covers the areas of your business...
6 months ago • 1 min read
The Cloud9 Connection ** IMPORTANT REMINDER NOTIFICATION ** Hi Reader, So have you ever had one of those weeks where you had to just clear your calendar of any appointments, meetings, happy hours, whatever... because your college son calls you and tells you he's at the ER with a broken clavicle? Yeah, that was me a few weeks ago. So I did what any Mama Bear would do ... I cleared the calendar and packed a bag 'cause baby bear needed help with... well.. pretty much everything! Getting dressed,...
7 months ago • 3 min read
The Cloud9 Connection ** IMPORTANT REMINDER NOTIFICATION ** Hi Reader... Ok... so I lied... I said I'd send emails out monthly. But, this is an important reminder! QUARTERLY ESTIMATED FEDERAL TAXES are due on MONDAY. and EXTENSIONS for S-CORPs and PARTNERSHIPS are due on MONDAY Yes, THIS Monday...September 16. You're welcome! Do I owe Estimated Taxes? According to the IRS.gov website: "Individuals, including sole proprietors, partners, and S corporation shareholders, generally have to make...
8 months ago • 2 min read
C The The Cloud9 Connection September 2024 Hi Reader... Remember me? It's Pam, and I've been meaning to put together a monthly newsletter... and today is the day! My aim is to deliver concise, valuable insights related to business finances, to help you achieve all your business aspirations. I'll be sending something out every month (give or take), unless something incredibly exciting comes up that I just can't wait to share with you. Rest assured, I promise to keep your inbox clutter-free—no...
8 months ago • 2 min read